Scooters

2016Suzuki Burgman 400

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The 2016 Suzuki Burgman 400 is a comfortable maxi-scooter built for commuting and longer trips. Its liquid-cooled 398cc single makes 33 hp and 34.4 Nm through an automatic belt drive. A low 710 mm seat and generous under-seat storage make it practical, at 218 kg wet.

Capacity: 398.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Dry weight: 215.0 kg
Seat height: 710 mm
Power: 33.0 HP (24.3 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering45%

City riding88%

Daily riding85%

Touring65%

Two-up70%

Track10%

Best for: Designed primarily as a maxi-scooter for commuting and comfortable urban-to-highway travel rather than performance riding.
Built for: A practical, comfort-oriented maxi-scooter that prioritizes ease of use, weather protection, and storage over outright speed or sportiness.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering performance, off-road capability, or high-speed thrills.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 710mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Suzuki Burgman 400, with a moderate knee angle of around 105 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 398.0 ccm
Power: 33.0 HP (24.3 kW)
Torque: 34.4 Nm (3.5 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1535 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 81.0 x 77.6 mm
Compression: 12.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Electronic
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Transmission type: Automatic
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Automatic, centrifugal

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1585 mm
Overall length: 2270 mm
Overall width: 825 mm
Overall height: 1368 mm
Seat height: 710 mm
Dry weight: 215.0 kg
Wet weight: 218.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 13.50 litres
Ground clearance: 125 mm
Oil capacity: 1.30 litres
Carrying capacity: Storage bay large enough for two full-face helmets, and a smaller compartment for personal items

Chassis & suspension

Frame: High-tensile steel-tube
Front suspension: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspension: Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front wheel travel: 110 mm
Rear wheel travel: 100 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 102 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 260 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 210 mm
Front tyre: 120/80-M14
Rear tyre: 150/70-M13

Other

Color options: Glass Sparkle Black
Warranty: 12

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	1999	2006	2012	2016	2019	2026
Capacity	385 cc	385 cc	398 cc	398 cc	399 cc	400 cc
Dry weight	174 kg	184 kg	199 kg	215 kg	215 kg	—
Seat height	695 mm	695 mm	710 mm	710 mm	755 mm	755 mm
Fuel capacity	13 L	13 L	13.5 L	13.5 L	13.3 L	—